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Orange Sauce Recipe

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A tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy homemade orange sauce that’s perfect for glazing meats, drizzling over stir-fries, or using as a flavorful dipping sauce. Made with fresh orange juice, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, this sauce is thickened to a perfect consistency with cornstarch slurry.

Ingredients

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Orange Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 orange, zested
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add the orange juice, white sugar, brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, minced ginger, finely diced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Stir the mixture well to integrate all ingredients.
  2. Cook the Sauce: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture for 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sugar to dissolve.
  3. Prepare Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until fully dissolved, creating a smooth slurry.
  4. Thicken the Sauce: Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan while whisking continuously. Continue cooking the sauce for about 5 minutes or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
  5. Finish and Serve: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the freshly grated orange zest to infuse the sauce with a bright citrus aroma. Use immediately or let cool for later use.

Notes

  • For a spicier sauce, increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it with a little more orange juice or water.
  • Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor.
  • This sauce pairs well with chicken, pork, or tofu dishes.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Keywords: orange sauce, homemade orange sauce, sweet sauce, tangy sauce, stir-fry sauce, orange glaze, easy sauce recipe

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